Break-ins in Neustadt's allotment gardens: Police find stolen goods!

Break-ins in Neustadt's allotment gardens: Police find stolen goods!

In Neustadt an der Weinstraße there were two break-ins in allotments on September 20, 2025. Residents reported the incidents in the Knappengraben area to the police. They took immediate action and then found extensive stolen goods in a garage on Böhlstrasse, including a stolen generator. Most of the loot found came from the allotment gardens in the area, which is a cause for concern among residents.

Thanks to a number of tips from witnesses, the police were able to quickly locate the garage and searched it based on a court order. Not only the generator but also other items were discovered in the garage, the owners of which are still unknown. The police have called on all victims and possible witnesses to call 06321 854-0 or send an email to pineustadt@polizei.rlp.de. The authorities' quick response demonstrates the commitment to maintaining safety in the community. As the Weekly newspaper reporter reported, this brings great relief to the residents.

The current situation in Neustadt

The break-ins in allotment gardens are part of a worrying trend that is emerging throughout Germany. According to current statistics, there were around 1.78 million police-recorded thefts in Germany in 2022, which represents an increase compared to previous years. Thefts in and out of apartments, but also in allotment gardens like in Neustadt, are common problem areas. In North Rhine-Westphalia, where Neustadt is located, there were also over 23,500 residential burglaries, which accounts for more than 35% of all cases in the federal states. The clearance rate for residential burglaries was only 16.1% in the same year. These figures make it clear how important preventive measures and the actions of the police are.

Middle Palatinate also reports on the search for the injured parties in order to quickly clarify the theft of property.

What to do in the event of a break-in?

It is crucial for those affected to know what measures are available to increase their safety. In addition to direct contact with the police, citizens should exercise vigilance for suspicious activity in their surroundings. A good sign is local initiatives and neighborhood support that ensure a feeling of safety in the community. After all, it's better to be safe than sorry after a break-in. Support is also available in the form of prevention advice, which is often offered by the police and security-related institutions.

In these uncertain times, it is important that neighbors support one another and look out for one another. In this way, we can work together to ensure that criminals do not gain a foothold in our allotments and that the joy of gardening continues.

For more information on the crime situation and safety tips, those interested can take a look at the comprehensive statistics provided by the site Statista be provided.